Ubisoft Announced Anno 117: Pax Romana

With Anno 117: Pax Romana, the Anno franchise goes back further into the past than ever before. This time, players can build a thriving city in ancient Rome on PC and consoles. As always, Ubisoft Mainz is the driving force behind the game.

During the Ubisoft Forward, the French publisher announced a new chapter for the Anno franchise: Anno 117: Pax Romana. "We will not only deliver the fantasy millions of strategy players are waiting for: to govern one of the most iconic ancient empires, we will push beyond that, and change how people see the Roman Empire in games. Explore different provinces and embrace the local or Roman way. The cost of peace is yours to decide," said Manuel Reinher, Creative Director at Ubisoft Mainz.

Anno 117: Pax Romana offers a mix of traditional city-building, economic simulation and 4X features such as diplomacy, military and a "solid" narrative layer. "It follows the series' tradition by merging the creation of huge metropolises with the setup of complex logistic networks and production chains, as well as the exploration of the world and the interaction with other characters and competitors," the publisher says. "Take on the role of a Roman governor in the year 117 AD and journey through the uncharted territories of the Roman Empire. Uncover the allure of Latium and Albion, the twin provinces under your stewardship as governor. Seize the opportunity to expand your influence and harness the unique advantages and challenges each province presents."

Anno 117: Pax Romana is scheduled for release in 2025 on PC as well as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

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